Historic Cove Compound on Rare Oversized Lot | Built 1948Step into a piece of early La Quinta history. Originally built in 1948, this reimagined desert retreat sits on an oversized lot in the heart of the La Quinta Cove and offers a level of space, privacy, and character rarely found today.Expanded over time into a true compound-style property, the home blends vintage charm with modern livability across approximately 2,000 square feet. Inside, natural light fills the open living spaces, creating a seamless indoor-outdoor flow that defines the desert lifestyle.The expansive lot sets this property apart, offering multiple outdoor living areas, room to entertain, and the kind of privacy today’s buyers crave. Whether enjoying quiet mornings with mountain views or hosting under the desert sky, this home delivers a lifestyle experience beyond the typical Cove property.Located just minutes from hiking and biking trails, Old Town La Quinta, dining, and shopping, this is a rare opportunity to own one of the Cove’s earlier homes thoughtfully evolved for modern living.Ideal as a full-time residence, second home, or legacy investment in one of La Quinta’s most iconic neighborhoods.
Property Details
Price:
$779,000
MLS #:
219145457DA
Status:
Active
Beds:
3
Baths:
3
Type:
Single Family
Subtype:
Single Family Residence
Subdivision:
La Quinta Cove
Neighborhood:
313laquintasouthofhwy111
Listed Date:
Apr 2, 2026
Finished Sq Ft:
1,954
Lot Size:
10,019 sqft / 0.23 acres (approx)
Year Built:
1948
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Schools
Interior
Appliances
DW, RF, GO, GR
Bathrooms
2 Full Bathrooms, 1 One Quarter Bathroom
Cooling
CA
Flooring
TILE
Heating
CF
Levels
A
Exterior
Architectural Style
SPN
Parking Spots
4
Parking Total
4
Security Features
AG
Spa Features
HT, PVT
View
MT, PA
Financial
Map
Community
- Address52426 Avenida Mendoza La Quinta CA
- SubdivisionLa Quinta Cove
- CityLa Quinta
- CountyRiverside
- Zip Code92253
Subdivisions in La Quinta
- Acacia At La Quinta
- Aliso 30802
- Alta Verde Coral MT
- Andalusia at CM
- Bella Vista
- Capistrano at La Quinta 31304
- Carmela 31305
- Casitas Las Rosas
- Casitas Las Rosas 31306
- Codorniz
- Codorniz 31307
- Desert Club Estates
- Duna La Quinta
- Esplanade
- Estates at Point Happy Ranch 31374
- Flores Montanas
- Griffin Ranch
- Haciendas at La Quinta
- La Quinta Cove
- La Quinta Cove 31319
- La Quinta Cove*
- La Quinta Del Oro 30807
- La Quinta Fairways
- La Quinta Palms
- La Quinta Vistas 30812
- Laguna De La Paz
- Lake La Quinta
- Lake La Quinta 31325
- Legacy Villas
- Lions Gate
- Los Estados 31328
- LQ Desert Villas
- Mira Flores
- Montero 31383
- Mountain View CC
- Palm Royale
- Palm Royale 30815
- Palmilla
- Palmilla 31339
- Palo Verde
- Palo Verde 31340
- Parc La Quinta
- PGA Greg Norman
- PGA Greg Norman 31342
- PGA Legends
- PGA Nicklaus Private
- PGA Nicklaus Private 31344
- PGA Nicklaus Tournament 31345
- PGA Nicklaus Trnamnt
- PGA Palmer Private
- PGA Palmer Private 31346
- PGA Stadium
- PGA West Signature
- PGA West Signature1861
- Piazza Serena 31349
- Puerta Azul
- Rancho La Quinta CC
- Rancho La Quinta CC 31352
- Rancho La Quinta Country Club
- Rancho Santana
- Santa Rosa Cove Coun
- Santa Rosa Trail
- Santa Rosa Trail 31356
- Santerra
- Stone Creek Ranch
- Stone Creek Ranch 31357
- Sunflower
- The Citrus
- The Hideaway
- The Madison
- The Madison 31364
- The Quarry 31367
- The Tradition 31368
- Topaz
- Tradition Golf Club
- Trilogy
- Watercolors
Market Summary
Current real estate data for Single Family in La Quinta as of Apr 13, 2026
925
Single Family Listed
188
Avg DOM
287
Avg $ / SqFt
$1,223,043
Avg List Price
Property Summary
- Located in the La Quinta Cove subdivision, 52426 Avenida Mendoza La Quinta CA is a Single Family for sale in La Quinta, CA, 92253. It is listed for $779,000 and features 3 beds, 3 baths, and has approximately 1,954 square feet of living space, and was originally constructed in 1948. The current price per square foot is $399. The average price per square foot for Single Family listings in La Quinta is $287. The average listing price for Single Family in La Quinta is $1,223,043.
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